Halsey’s Back to Badlands tour has taken an alarming turn after shocking footage surfaced online showing the singer appearing to be inappropriately touched by fans mid-performance.
The 31-year-old star is currently traveling across America to mark the 10-year anniversary of her debut album, per News.com.au.
She was performing her hit song ‘Is There Somewhere in Minneapolis’ when a troubling incident unfolded at the edge of the stage.
Viral Clip Shows Singer Visibly Shocked
The footage, now viewed more than 12 million times on X, begins with a surreal moment: a fan reaches up and places their entire hand over Halsey’s face.
The singer, caught off guard, reacts with a moment of stunned disbelief. But the bizarre encounter didn’t stop there.
As Halsey continued engaging with the crowd – holding hands and leaning into the energy of her loyal base – another audience member reached under her short leather skirt and grabbed her backside.
The contact didn’t go unnoticed. A gloved hand – either another fan or a member of security – swiftly intervened, peeling the offending hand away from Halsey’s body.
Fans React with Fury: “Sick to the Stomach”
Social media users erupted in outrage after the incident went public.
One viral tweet read: “I can’t even believe i have to say this. Respect Halsey and DO NOT touch her or anyone like this without their consent. You people are unbelievable.”
Others echoed similar sentiments. “Why r ppl doing this ?? have we not learned respect, there’s no excuse for this,” another fan wrote. One added simply: “This is just mind boggling! Like, WTF!”
A different viewer tweeted that the footage made them “sick to the stomach,” while another lashed out: “Halsey is too nice, she should’ve thrown the mic at their face.”
“Shame on You!”: Eyewitnesses Speak Out
One person who claimed to witness the incident firsthand shared their take on social media: “Here it is up close and a grand example of what NOT to do during ITS.
“You can hear me telling [the fan] to take her hand down and see me grabbing it after security was nice enough to give her little warning taps. It’s so unfortunate and I hope this doesn’t happen again ANYWHERE.”
Another fan was even more blunt in their criticism: “Hey, so let’s not touch Halsey’s thigh and/or a** during ‘Is There Somewhere’! That is so f***ing not okay. Whoever this is – shame on you!!!”
Halsey hasn’t commented on the incident. Credit: Amy Sussman / Getty
Halsey Remains Silent on the Incident
Despite the wave of backlash, Halsey has yet to publicly address the groping incident. On Instagram, she posted several photos from the night, sharing: “Video girl in DC by @averagecowgirl. Minneapolis tonight! These intimate crowds are filling my [heart emoji].”
In another caption, the singer expressed her passion for the tour experience: “What a night. I probably should have been exhausted, but instead I was coming out of my skin with mania and energy. I hope this tour never ends. I loved this evening so so so much. I hope you did too. BACK TO BADLANDS!”
